Marriott International

Marriott International, Inc. is a prominent global hospitality company founded in 1927 by J. Willard Marriott and Alice Sheets Marriott. It started as a small root beer stand in Washington, D.C., and has grown into the world's largest hotel company, with over 8,000 properties in 139 countries and territories. The company went public in 1964 and has since established a strong reputation for quality and customer service. Marriott operates primarily as a hotel franchisor and manager, offering a wide range of hospitality services, including hotel management, franchising, and timeshare vacation ownership through Marriott Vacation Club International. Its diverse portfolio features well-known brands such as Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Sheraton, and Courtyard by Marriott, catering to various market segments from luxury to moderate accommodations. The company also provides food and beverage services, event hosting, and loyalty programs like Marriott Bonvoy, serving both business and leisure travelers.